Software Engineer II - C/C++

Are you a developer with a thirst for delving deep into technology, understanding its intricate workings, and crafting rich developer APIs that streamline the lives of end developers? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Microsoft. As a Software Engineer on our Windows Developer Platforms team, you'll have the chance to immerse yourself in the heart of technology, unraveling its complexities, and architecting solutions that empower developers to create exceptional experiences on Windows platforms.

As a member of this team, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing the tools, libraries, and frameworks that enable developers to create innovative and high-quality applications for the Windows platform.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software components and libraries for the Windows Developer Platforms.
• Optimize existing codebase for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and other quality assurance activities.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python equivalent experience.
• Solid proficiency in C++ and/or C# programming languages.
• Experience with Windows development tools and technologies, including Visual Studio and the Windows SDK. XAML familiarity is a plus.
• Solid understanding of software design principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Solid communication and collaboration abilities.
  
  

Other Requirements

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience.
  
  

The more diverse our team, the more inclusive our end result. To that end, we encourage applicants from any background and with any perspective. 

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